Strengthening of the existing Hispanic/Latino ministries across the connection and more importantly support the development of new and innovative places of worship who are facing the challenges of the XXI Century.

The purpose of this challenging fund for Hispanic ministry is to support local congregations and community-based organizations who are responding to the spiritual and social needs of the Hispanic/Latino population in the US. Grants from this fund prioritize intentional leadership development on the evolving generations. Grants will support new and traditional forms of ministries as well as community-based programs that address the socio-economic conditions of Hispanic/Latinos. The fund will support: o Leadership training for clergy and lay as well as youth and young adults. o The renew and invigoration of existing ministries. o Programs are seeking to address poverty through holistic and comprehensive initiatives. o To promote health and wellbeing. An example of this work will include small grants to Hispanic/Latino congregations that seek to respond to the HIV/AIDS issues. Those who will be seeking funding will need to submit proposals with a clear description of goal and objectives. An end of project evaluation will be required.